Carbon brake wear for aircraft
US7165816B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Jun 24, 2005 |
| Grant date | Jan 23, 2007 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jun 24, 2025 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB64C25/426
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
Methods and systems are provided for improving brake performance, including extending the life of carbon brakes on aircraft. One embodiment of the method comprises measuring the speed of the aircraft and the intensity of braking and comparing these to predetermined maximum values for each. If the values are both lower than the maximum values, one or more of the brakes are selectively disabled. In other embodiments, the methods and systems can include other features, including providing selected back forces on brake pedals.
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